The 37-year old veteran has previously had a trial with the Reds but at the decided to remain in England but now it seems he is getting closer to a shift to Toronto.

“The last time I came here I was very close to signing, but decided at the time it was best to stay in the Championship in England,” he told MLSnet.com.

“Obviously there is now a new manager so I have come out here for a few days to join in training and hopefully we can sort something out.”

Dickov had a trial with English League One club Leeds United in late January where he was hoping to link up with his former Blackpool boss Simon Grayson and is now trying his luck with the aim of winning a MLS contract.